Paul Brown has a BA in theater arts from Harpur College, Binghamton University. Over the years he has worked in theater (treasured every moment), a bit in television (not so much), and a stint in “celebrity journalism” (seemed like a good idea at the time). For the past fifteen years Paul has taught Special Education in Los Angeles. He met Tess Ayers several months before her wedding over two decades ago (then called a “commitment ceremony”). When the honeymoon was over, they collaborated on the first version of The Essential Guide to Gay and Lesbian Weddings. Currently, Paul is working on a vocabulary and reading comprehension program for students with learning differences. He has never been married himself but he sure knows how to plan a wedding.

Wedding planning is never easy—but for gay and lesbian couples, it presents unique challenges. On top of watching the budget and wrangling your family, you may be wondering: How should we word the invitations? Who can perform the ceremony? What … Continue reading →

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Count Birds in Washington Square Park, Greenwich Village's Back YardFebruary 18, 2018 at 10:00 am – 11:30 amWashington Square Park, New York, NY 10012, USASunday, Feb. 18th, 10 - 11:30 am, led by Loyan Beausoleil Join us to count birds during the 2018 Great Backyard Bird Count (GBBC), a project of the National Audubon Society. Dress for the weather and bring your binoculars (we will have a couple of spares). Consider using the eBird app to log and share…